"When Ford reintroduced the GT in the mid-2000s, it wasn't just building a supercar - it was reviving a legend. The 2006 Ford GT Heritage Edition, specifically chassis No. 3, is a pristine example of how heritage and innovation can coexist in perfect harmony. Finished in the unmistakable Gulf Oil powder blue and orange livery, this rare collector's masterpiece isn't just a nod to the past - it's a living bridge between Ford's racing dominance of the 1960s."
"As one of just 343 Heritage Editions ever produced, this particular GT carries extraordinary provenance. It has been part of Ford's own collection since new, carefully preserved and showcased at exclusive automotive events while accumulating just over 8,000 miles. Now, it's set to cross the block at Barrett-Jackson's Scottsdale Fall Auction on October 18, with all proceeds returning to Ford to support the preservation of its historic vehicle archive - a fitting continuation of its legacy."
"The Heritage Edition's striking design draws direct inspiration from the Ford GT40 Mk I, the endurance racer that famously ended Ferrari's domination at Le Mans in 1966 and went on to secure four consecutive victories through 1969. Specifically, the powder blue and orange livery pays homage to the Gulf Oil-sponsored GT40s that claimed victory in 1968 and 1969 under the management of John Wyer."
Ford reintroduced the GT to revive the GT40 racing legacy. The 2006 Ford GT Heritage Edition chassis No. 3 in Gulf Oil powder blue and orange livery blends heritage with modern engineering. One of 343 Heritage Editions, the car remained in Ford's collection since new, preserved with just over 8,000 miles. The car will cross the block at Barrett-Jackson's Scottsdale Fall Auction on October 18, with proceeds returning to Ford's historic vehicle archive. The Heritage Edition reproduces GT40 Mk I proportions and aerodynamics while adding modern performance from a 5.4-liter supercharged V8 producing 550 hp and 500 lb-ft, mated to a six-speed Ricardo manual.
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